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Who is the most likely to be bitten by a dog?

Who is the most likely to be bitten by a dog? 1920 1280 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Every year, many people are injured by dog bites. Dog bite prevention is one way the state tries to prevent these accidents from taking place. Each year, one week out…

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What are the risks and treatments for alligator bites?

What are the risks and treatments for alligator bites? 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Alligators are a fact of life in Florida. For some people, seeing alligators are a big reason for them to come to this state. In fact, some tourism-based businesses in…

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Rabies laws, animal bite injuries, medical care and compensation

Rabies laws, animal bite injuries, medical care and compensation 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

We discussed rabies in one of our blogs last week. If you recall, we discussed how important rabies vaccinations are for some domestic pets because without proper vaccinations, there is…

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Rabies shots can prevent the spread of disease to humans

Rabies shots can prevent the spread of disease to humans 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Dog owners and many other people have probably heard about the importance of giving dogs rabies shots on a 1-year or 3-year schedule, depending on the shot that is given.…

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Is it normal for dogs to attack people?

Is it normal for dogs to attack people? 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Dogs are not generally aggressive by nature when they’re pets, but depending on how they’ve been raised, it’s possible for dogs to be very dangerous to the people around them.…

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Strict liability, animal bites and seeking compensation

Strict liability, animal bites and seeking compensation 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Recently, we discussed how animal bites can be very serious. If you remember, we discussed how determining who to name as the defendant in an animal bite case is one…

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Naming defendants in an animal attack case

Naming defendants in an animal attack case 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Being bitten by an animal is often an event that leads the way to several doctor’s visits and other appointments. When the animal that bit you was someone’s pet, you…

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When is National Dog Bite Prevention Week?

When is National Dog Bite Prevention Week? 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Living in Florida, you’re likely exposed to other peoples’ pets often. Your area’s weather tends to be warm and inviting, and that means everyone spends more time out in the…

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Liability for damages from animal bites in Florida

Liability for damages from animal bites in Florida 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

When a person is bitten by an animal in Florida, whether it is a dog or another pet owned by another person, he or she may wonder who will be…

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Evidence of dog owner liability

Evidence of dog owner liability 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

For any Florida resident who has been the victim of a dog bite and is seeking remuneration for injuries sustained, it is vital to first establish whether or not the owner…

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Dog bite liability issues in Florida

Dog bite liability issues in Florida 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Each year, roughly 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs in the United States. About 20 percent of dog bite victims require medical attention after being bitten. Half of those…

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Contracting rabies from animal bites in Florida

Contracting rabies from animal bites in Florida 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

In Florida, dog owners are responsible to ensure that their pets have been vaccinated against rabies. This is in part because if the animal bites another person, the owner can…

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Florida dog owner liability for dog bite cases

Florida dog owner liability for dog bite cases 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Florida law provides for an owner’s strict liability when their dog bites another person. Strict liability means that it is no defense in a dog bite case for an owner…

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Determining liability in animal-bite cases

Determining liability in animal-bite cases 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

A person in Florida who has been injured by an animal that is under the care and supervision of another party might be eligible for compensation through an action taken…

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Woman stuck with medical bills after being bitten by dog

Woman stuck with medical bills after being bitten by dog 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

After a woman was bitten by a neighbor’s dog in Jacksonville, Florida, its owner allegedly promised to assist her with her household expenses while she recuperated from the injuries she…

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Florida pit bull quarantined after biting girl

Florida pit bull quarantined after biting girl 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

After a 7-year-old girl in Land O’ Lakes was injured by a neighborhood dog, the pit bull is now reportedly in quarantine as the owner decides what to do. The…

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2nd man attacked by 2 dogs, animals euthanized

2nd man attacked by 2 dogs, animals euthanized 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Two pit bulls were put down after attacks against two men in Florida. The first incident happened in February. A man was at the home of the owner of the…

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How authorities, medical personnel deal with dog attacks

How authorities, medical personnel deal with dog attacks 150 150 Panter, Panter & Sampedro

Florida residents may be surprised to learn that dog bites are fairly common in some areas, but the majority of these bites are not severe. A recent review of records…

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